Unearthing

Spike Lee Sets Sights on Unearthing Cinematic Gems as Jury President at Red Sea Film Festival

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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee has brought his quest for fresh storytelling to Saudi Arabia, where he leads the jury at the Red Sea International Film Festival. Lee, known for his incisive and provocative films, is seeking standout narratives from a diverse selection of 16 features crafted by directors from the Arab world, Asia, and Africa. Upon his arrival in Jeddah, the Oscar-winning director expressed his enthusiasm for evaluating films without any preconceived notions about the filmmakers. He highlighted the rarity of encountering films in such an unbiased frame of mind, which … Read more

Unearthing the Reality: The Crimes and Laws of Palestine

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Gaza, Palestine – The situation in Gaza has been described as the world’s largest open-air prison for the past 16 years. Now, it can also be seen as the world’s largest crime scene. The ongoing conflict in Gaza has resulted in numerous war crimes, including the deliberate targeting of civilians and infrastructure, excessive use of force, siege warfare, collective punishment, and forced displacement. These gross violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) highlight the urgent need to address the plight of the Palestinian people. Many people question the value and efficacy of the law when it … Read more